Wave Pattern Bikini Set
This stylish wave pattern bikini set is perfect for sunny days at the beach or poolside lounging. With its fun colors and unique design, this set will surely turn heads and keep you feeling fresh and fabulous. Ideal for confident individuals looking to showcase their creativity and style!
Wave Pattern Bikini Set
Materials:
- Yarn: Worsted weight cotton yarn in three colors (A: light beige, B: coral, C: mint green) - approximately 200g of each color
- Hook: Size H (5.0 mm) crochet hook
- Tapestry needle for weaving ends
- Stitch marker
Gauge:
Ensure your gauge for the pattern is 14 stitches and 10 rows = 4 inches in wave stitch pattern. To check gauge, make a small swatch of 20 stitches and 14 rows. If your swatch doesn't match, adjust your hook size until gauge is achieved.
Abbreviations:
- ch: chain
- sc: single crochet
- dc: double crochet
- sl st: slip stitch
- st: stitch
- FO: finish off
Instructions:
Bikini Top:
- Using Color A, ch 20. Row 1: dc in 4th ch from hook and in each ch across (total 18 dc). Turn.
- Row 2: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), *dc in next st, 2 dc in next st* repeat from * to * until the end. (total 27 dc). Turn.
- Row 3: Ch 3, *dc in next 2 sts, 2 dc in next st* repeat until the end of the row. (total 36 dc). Turn.
- Continue this pattern until you reach a width of 10 inches or desired width for your bikini top, ensuring you end with a row in Color A.
- Switch to Color B and repeat the wave pattern until you have a total of 8 rows.
- Attach straps: Ch 40 in Color A, sl st to the top corner of your bikini top. Repeat for the other side. FO.
Bikini Bottoms:
- Using Color A, ch 30. Row 1: dc in 4th ch from hook and in each ch across (total 28 dc). Turn.
- Row 2: Ch 3, *dc in next st, 2 dc in next st* repeat until end (total 42 dc). Turn.
- Row 3: Ch 3, *dc in next 3 sts, 2 dc in next st* repeat until end (total 56 dc). Turn.
- Continue increasing until you have a total of 14 rows.
- Switch to Color B, work in wave pattern for 6 rows.
- For the legs: Ch 5 and sl st into the second row from the bottom of either side for a neat finish. FO.
Finishing:
Weave in all ends with a tapestry needle, ensuring a neat finish. To block, lightly steam the items to smooth out the stitches and set the shape. This will enhance the wave pattern. Optional: Add tassels or embellishments in your favorite colors for extra flair!